Why this song?

A song of hope in hard times. Nina Simone certainly lived through many of those. Some of her music speaks directly to the terrible injustices and outrages perpetrated against blacks (take a listen to Mississippi Goddam, one of the bravest songs ever written). Others, like this, looked forward to a better time. – Submitted by Rose

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This playlist is a collaborative effort, so your input is not only welcome but vital! Please share a song with us. We're looking for:

music that reminds us what we’re struggling for;

music that reminds us of why it’s worth the struggle;

music that strengthens us when we need to be brave; that lifts up up when we’re feeling lost or helpless; that reminds us of our own power; that connects us through our common humanity;